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TRAIN RIDES

Mountain Rail West Virginia Train Rides

Join us for a ride on the Cass Scenic Railroad, a thrilling experience for young and old who may never have seen a steam locomotive. Or hop aboard the New Tygart Flyer pulled by a vintage diesel-powered locomotive that has gained a reputation as one of the most relaxing mountain wilderness excursions in our Elkins Mountain Rail Adventure portfolio!

Featured Mountain Rail Adventures

Cass Bald Knob Trip
  • Runs May-October! 2025 TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
  • Most Popular
From $83

Take a journey to the second highest point in West Virginia! The steep climb of 2,390 vertical feet from Cass to Bald Knob (Elev. 4,842’) on Back Allegheny Mountain gives passengers breathtaking, panoramic vistas and a climate with plants and animals typically found in the far north. A sack lunch is included in the ticket price.

New Tygart Flyer
  • Runs April-Early November! 2025 TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
  • Waterfall Stop
From $83

This wilderness excursion departs from Elkins and features mountain grades, an “S” curve tunnel, a high bridge and miles of unspoiled mountain views. Vintage diesel-powered locomotives climb along the cascading Shavers Fork of the Cheat River to the High Falls of Cheat. Enjoy the view relaxing aboard our comfortable climate controlled passenger coaches. A cold cut lunch is included in the ticket price and served onboard.

ALL NEW TYGART FLYER TRIPS SCHEDULED THROUGH MAY 4, 2025 WILL BE TRAVELING NORTH ALONG THE TYGART RIVER TO TYGART JUNCTION. HIGH FALLS EXCURSIONS WILL START ON MAY 10, 2025.

Greenbrier Express
  • Runs May-October! 2025 TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
  • Newest Excursion
From $83

The Greenbrier Express (GBX) train departs from the restored, historically important town of Cass and closely follows the clear, free-flowing Greenbrier River to the small mountain village of Durbin. Sightings of Deer, River Otters, and Black Bear along with Eagles, Hawks, Ospreys, and other species of birds are common. A cold cut lunch is included in the ticket price.

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Elkins Murder Mystery Wine Train
  • 2025 TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
  • RETURNS JULY 26 & SEPTEMBER 20!
From $121

Join us on a rail adventure to help us figure out Whodunit in an exciting murder mystery! While the mystery unfolds, you’ll also be enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres provided by the Railyard Restaurant in Elkins, WV and wine tastings provided by Lambert’s Winery of Weston! The train travels along the same route as the New Tygart Flyer.

OVERNIGHT CAMPING